Tap your feet, dance to your favorite song by yourself, meet up
with some old friends, play the piano!
International Day of Happiness is quickly approaching...March
20th and we are happily celebrating with you on VOY!
What is International Day of Happiness?
“The pursuit of happiness is a fundamental human goal.” Happiness
is universal- but we all find it in different ways. It recognizes
the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and
aspirations in the...

What does the world eat for breakfast? Courtesy of Buzzfeed
Is your country on the list? If so, tell us where you are from
and what you're eating. If your meals are different-share it with
us through a blog, Twitter, Vine, or Instagram!

(Zen, 14, Zaatari Camp, Jordan, 2014) A young man spends his days
in Zaatari camp focusing on bettering himself.
Amidst the conflict we may encounter within our communities,
countries, and even personal lives (family, friends, etc.) is it
important to you to better yourself like Zen? If so, how do you
focus on achieving your goals?

“Winter was another major issue, with a need for children's
winter clothing. 'How are we going to keep the children clean
during winter if there is no hot water?'”
UNICEF emergency specialist Abdulkadir Musse reports on his
experiences in Al Waer, Syria in. Thanks to the US Fund for
UNICEF and their latest Global Citizenship Briefs, Musse's visit
gives us a first hand look into the war-torn city. Not only does
this brief give YOU further insight into the conflict, but also...

3 years of conflict in Syria. UNICEF has just released their
report, 'Under Siege- the devastating impact on children of
three years of conflict in Syria.'
“Under Siege” is a call on the global community to undertake 6
crucial steps:
End the cycle of violence in Syria NOW
Grant immediate access to the under-reached 1 million children
inside Syria
Create an environment where children are protected from
explotiation and harm
Invest in children's education...

Let's keep young people in employment, education, and
training! A look at the Bucharest NEET Conference:
UNICEF is partnering with the Government of Romania, Civil
Society organizations, donors and adolescents and young people
themselves to advocate on behalf of adolescents and young people
not in employment, education or training (NEET) --- especially
those missed in policies, services and programmes
What is the goal of the conference?
“To create effective learning...

Enter the Action4Climate documentary competition by April 1,
2014, and stand a chance to win! What does climate change mean to
you? http://ow.ly/sCS7S
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing our
generation. Make a film and show the world what it means to you.
Highlight your solutions. Enter Action4Climate: http://connect4climate.org/competition/action4climate

(Wafa'a, 20, Jordan, 2014) A young woman muses on the strength of
those who must stand strong and make their own way.
As International Women's Day quickly approaches us this week,
Wafa'a reminds us about empowerment. Share your stories with us
by commenting below or using one of the tags in this post.